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This research is aimed at investigating the properties of thin layers of transition metal coatings such as Ti, Mn, Ni, and Cu as alternatives to the Cr-based passivation/conversion layers. The coatings will be deposited on Zn base coated carbon steel strip substrates by "dry coating technologies", in particular electron beam physical vapour deposition (EB-PVD). Successful development of these coatings will enable existing chromate solutions used in conventional treatments to be replaced and thus alleviate concerns over the carcinogenic properties of Cr.